First Aid &
CPR/AED
Recertification

First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification
Methods and Courses

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First Aid & CPR Recertification

Recertification courses are designed to refresh your memory and life-saving skills. The All-In-Class format is a great way to re-learn the skills you were once taught by a Canadian Red Cross instructor. This format allows students to complete their full training course in a classroom setting.

Attend your training anywhere from four to eight hours depending on the course level you have registered for. After completing and passing an exam, students will receive a temporary certificate which is valid for 30 days. Within 5-10 business days, students will receive a PDF copy of their certificate via email.
With the All-In-Class format, students are able to complete their training in one go with an experienced Canadian Red Cross instructor. Refresh your memory with theory and hands-on practice. This format is available for public training.

CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration

4 hours teaching time

Requirements

Proof of valid certification from an accepted WSIB-approved/OHS-approved provider

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice
knowledge test

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration

5.5 hours teaching time

Requirements

Proof of valid Canadian Red Cross
Certification

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice
knowledge test

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

*NOTE: Only available for Alberta residents

Standard First Aid & CPR / AED Level C Recertification

Duration

8 hours teaching time

Requirements

Proof of valid Canadian Red Cross Certification (Ontario residents only: must be from a full training course)

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice
knowledge test

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

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At Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics, our unwavering dedication lies in delivering community-centric programs that empower individuals with vital life-saving skills. We are committed to equipping every participant in our courses with the essential techniques to respond confidently in the face of diverse emergencies. Although we hope that such situations never arise, we stand ready to promptly and effectively address them when necessary. Our facilities spanning across Canada are equipped with state-of-the-art First Aid and CPR equipment and supplies, ensuring the highest standard of care. Discover the breadth of our Canadian Red Cross programs or contact us for expert guidance in selecting the course that best suits your unique needs and circumstances.

Recertification
Eligibility

In order to be eligible for a Recertification course at Coast2Coast, you must have a valid (not expired) certificate from the Canadian Red Cross. If you are registering for a CPR Recertification course, your current certificate is not required to be from the Canadian Red Cross, but must be from a WSIB-approved or OHS-approved provider. Conditions vary based on the province you are completing your training in as well as the course level you wish to register for.

Currently, we provide First Aid & CPR training in Ontario and Alberta.

First Aid & CPR Recertification

In Ontario and Alberta, you may recertify CPR/AED Level C more than once. If you currently hold a CPR/AED Level C certificate from a Recertification course, you are welcome to take another Recertification course as many times as you want, provided that your current certificate is not expired.

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C cannot be recertified in Ontario. You must complete the full training course instead. However, Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C can be recertified in Alberta.

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C can be recertified in both Ontario and Alberta, but in Ontario, it can only be recertified once. This means you will need to alternate between a full course and a Recertification course.

Professional Responder Recertification

You may complete a Recertification course each time you need to renew your First Responder or Emergency Medical Responder certification as long as your current certificate is not expired.

Basic Life Support

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Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP) training has been designed for healthcare professionals. This course covers high-intensity CPR as a team in settings such as a hospital.

By registering for both First Aid and Basic Life Support, students are eligible for a bundle discount deal!

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Testimonial

Corby Lesperance
Jini Kim
mario barbosa
Class was good and very enjoyable!
Mercy Adebayo
stefania restivo
Had a great experience and learnt a lot. Our instructor was very thorough and I appreciate her care and ambition.
Nicole Sgovio
Class was great and very helpful for our work place
Stéphanie Salonia
Best teacher yet!
Alexander
alessia frutti
I had Mitra Sinaki as a trainer. She was wonderful and relayed information in an entertaining and informative way making the evaluation easy and successful! Thank you Mitra!
Avleen Kaur
Everything is great! Ashraf is very nice and explained everything very well.
Mila Mierins
Excellent course. Our instructor Ashraf was super engaging and made the class much more interesting!
Zsuzsika Schad
Instructor was amazing and super knowledgeable
Samuel Obiang
Ashfur is the man made everything so simple to learn
Celeste Martín Jas
Great experience reviewing some concepts while learning a lot about how to help in real scenarios!
Zubair Azizi
Excellent Experience Overall, Definitely recommend to others

It was very easy to sign up online for Standard First Aid + CPR-C/AED, and do my training online as well. I don't recommend purchasing any of the extra "study guides" offered, I simply took notes during the modules, and that helped with retention. And you can also study on your own! Furthermore, the in-person examination is fairly easy. I scored 100% without ANY studying, and they go over the topics in person as well.

The in-person training was also very amazing. Our instructor, Andrea, was very engaging and made the training very fun. She explained concepts very well, and ensured we understood everything throughout. Definitely recommend Coast2Coast.
Response from the owner:Hi Zubair! Your review and recommendation are greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. We completely understand your perspective on the study guides—many participants, like yourself, are very comfortable taking notes and reviewing material on their own. At the same time, we offer the optional study guides for students who may not feel as confident in test settings, or for those who are less comfortable with English. These guides provide additional practice questions and structure to help build confidence and ensure everyone has the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Abdul Abdi
Rana was a good instructor. Led the class well.
Response from the owner:Hey Abdul! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety course with us at our Edmonton first aid and CPR training facility! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Wana Shas
Took my second course with them, great instructors 🙂

Flexible learning with online-blended course that reduces the number of days required for in-person training (helpful for those who cannot take time off). Friendly and energetic course instructor. Timely customer service through phone and email. Great place to take a first-aid CPR-C course.
Response from the owner:Hi Wana! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed another safety course with us! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Yes, you're right! The online blended format is great for those with busy schedules. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you at our Scarborough first aid and CPR training facility again for your next recertification. Stay safe!
RABIA IDREES
Azra is a fantastic teacher
Response from the owner:Hi Rabia! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Azra as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you at our Scarborough CPR training facility soon for your next course. Stay safe!
Tyrin Dubois
Azra was a great teacher, easily passed the course and learned everything!
Response from the owner:Tyrin, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Scarborough first aid training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
Abdukadir nour
Very easy and efficient the teacher ashraf was very easy going and nice to talk to I really enjoyed it
Response from the owner:Hi Abdukadir! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Ottawa first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Sandra Noel-Andrew
Azra, is an excellent teacher; she made the course interesting and exciting. Azra exhibited great patience as she tried to make everyone feel included .
Response from the owner:Hi Sandra! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed another course with us at our Scarborough first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. Hope to see you again for your next recertification! Stay safe.
Tishana Reid
Response from the owner:Hi Tishana! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Toronto first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
sadaam owesome
Thank You, Coast2Coast!

I would like to sincerely thank Coast2Coast for the amazing First Aid and CPR course I completed on July 5, 2025. The course was well-organized and very informative.

A special thanks to Mr. Joseph, our instructor, who was very talented, clear, and easy to understand. He made both the theory and practical parts of the training very engaging.

The training hall was clean, spacious, and comfortable—not hot at all despite the size—which helped us focus and enjoy the session fully.

I truly learned a lot and feel more confident now in emergency situations. I’m excited to share this experience with my family and friends and encourage them to take this important course.

Hussein Abdirahman Abdi
Response from the owner:Hi Hussein! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a first aid and CPR training course with us at our Ottawa first aid and CPR facility! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Joy Lanre
On August 18th, I completed the Standard First Aid course with Coast to Coast in Kitchener and was very impressed with the training.
Our instructor, Charlie Cheng, delivered the material in a clear, thorough, and engaging manner. His sense of humour and teaching approach made the course both enjoyable and easy to understand. Charlie ensured that every topic was covered completely and made sure all participants were confident in the skills taught.
I highly recommend this training program, especially with Charlie as the instructor.
Response from the owner:Hi Joy! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent Standard First Aid training course with us. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and we're glad that you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you at our Kitchener first aid and CPR training facility soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Raihan Ahmed
Excellent First Aid Training done by Ashraf. Would highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Hi Raihan! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent training course with us. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you at our Ottawa first aid training facility soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Millpond Family Pharmacy
John Delvin. Excellent instructor. Thank you
Response from the owner:Thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Richmond Hill first aid training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
Shom Patel
Ashraf was the best instructor! He was as very knowledgeable about every topic, answered any questions we had, helped a lot with physical demonstrations and overall made it a great experience. I hope when I have to renew my certificate I have him again!
Response from the owner:Shom, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Ottawa first aid training facility. Anyone can be a hero, and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! We can't wait to see you again for recertification in 3 years. Stay safe!
kit rosopa
Response from the owner:Thanks for your amazing review, Kit! We hope you had a great training experience. If you have any questions about the information that you learned, please do not hesitate to reach out! Our team would be happy to clarify any skills you’ve learned. See you at our Hamilton first aid and CPR training facility soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Palak panchal
Response from the owner:Thanks for your amazing review, Palak! We hope you had a great training experience. If you have any questions about the information that you learned, please do not hesitate to reach out! Our team would be happy to clarify any skills you’ve learned. See you at our Brampton first aid and CPR training facility soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Todd Rex
Coast to coast was awesome to deal with the experience was great. Had a few hiccups, but everything was resolved in a timely manner
Response from the owner:Hey Todd! We strive to offer the best training experience possible, and that is why your review is very important to us! We’re so glad we were able to train you at our Kitchener first aid and CPR training facility, someone who could potentially save a life in the future. Thanks for choosing Coast2Coast to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
Doha Dahesh
Andrea was my instructor and when I tell you I have never felt more comfortable with someone teaching first aid and BLS, Andrea demonstrated professionalism, knowledge and just amazing engagement, that allowed me to absorb all the info she was teaching. She was also very funny, she lit up the room she her jokes and laughter
Response from the owner:Hi Doha! We strive to offer the best training experience possible, and that is why your review is very important to us! We’re so glad we were able to train you in first aid and BLS, someone who could potentially save a life in the future. Thanks for choosing Coast2Coast to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you at our Hamilton first aid and CPR training facility soon for recertification. Stay safe!
Bryanna Hamilton
Completed BLS training with Dimitrih, he was extremely knowledgeable and prepared us for the real world skills of doing CPR. Had an amazing experience, would highly recommend this location for anyone looking for a knowledgeable instructor. 10/10 would attend another class!
Response from the owner:Hi Bryanna! We strive to offer the best training experience possible, and that is why your review is very important to us! We’re so glad we were able to train you at our Brampton CPR training facility, someone who could potentially save a life in the future. Thanks for choosing Coast2Coast to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you next year for your BLS recertification. Stay safe!
Jahed Jalali
Response from the owner:Hi Jahed! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our North York first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
erica g
Great course, the instructor is great!
Response from the owner:Hi Erica! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Toronto first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Grace Daniel
Great experience, teacher was very practical
Response from the owner:Hi Grace! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Brampton CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Rajesh kumar
Response from the owner:Hi Rajesh! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Richmond Hill first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Steph S.J
Ìfé was an amazing instructor !! The best I have ever came across! I wish I could give her more stars.

She was thorough, highly informative and very knowledgeable!! She had a beautiful personality and a bright aura ! Loved her class so much. She is THE BEST !! ♥️
Response from the owner:Hi Steph! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you thoroughly enjoyed your recent course with us at our Hamilton first aid and CPR training facility! Emergencies can happen at any time, and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Shelly Cameron
My experience with Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR course was for sure a positive one especially being taught by Ife (hope I spelled that correctly) our extremely experienced instructor. She made the course very interesting and beneficial for all with her expertise in teaching as I now feel comfortable and confident in assisting someone should a situation arise that requires my help some day. Thanks for this... 🙂
Response from the owner:Shelly, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable course with Ife as your instructor. Anyone can be a hero, and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you at our Hamilton first aid and CPR training facility again for recertification. Stay safe!
marjan soltani
Ali Sekhavati was our mentor. He was excellent, very supportive, and explained everything clearly. Thank you
Response from the owner:Marjan, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our North York first aid training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
C B
Anne, our instructor, was very knowledgeable and engaging. She shared valuable insights from her own experience, which made the lessons practical and easy to understand. The training was fun, interactive, and kept us involved throughout. I now feel much more confident in providing first aid and CPR when needed. I truly appreciate the way Anne made the learning experience both enjoyable and impactful.
Urban Diva
Back again for a refresher and had another really great instructor (Karisa) keep up the good work. 😊
Response from the owner:Thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had another enjoyable course with us at our London first aid training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
Steph Muchocana
It’s a great training experience, the place is conducive to learning and the Instructor Walaa is on point and delivers the course effectively and easy to understand. I will refer the Center to my friends in the future.
Response from the owner:Steph, thanks for leaving your fantastic review and referral! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you at our Mississauga first aid training facility again for recertification. Stay safe!
Bat Man
Great engaging and informative content throughout the course. My instructor Elhamy was helpful throughout the whole course to answer any questions, and while keeping the discussion around the important topics serious, also made them fun (ex. With the use of a kahoot before the test). 10/10 would recommend
Response from the owner:Thanks for leaving your fantastic review and recommendation! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Oakville CPR training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
Kaira Pandey
took a class here in 2022 and returned yesterday for my recertification. Our instructor, Hetal, was absolutely amazing — very easygoing and patient. Even if someone asked the same question five times, she would always respond with a smile and explain clearly. I’ve already referred many friends here. The location is very convenient and accessible for Scarborough people. This time, I completed Standard First Aid Level C, and I’m very satisfied with the experience.
Response from the owner:Kaira, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed another safety training course with us! Hope to see you at our Scarborough first aid training facility again for recertification. Stay safe!
Rocky young Felimon
Walaa was great👌
Response from the owner:Hi Rocky! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Walaa as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you at our Mississauga first aid training facility soon for your next course. Stay safe!
Kaitlyn Sperling
Elhamy made the class very engaging.
Response from the owner:Hi Kaitlyn! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Elhamy as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next course. Stay safe!
Saranya Elango
Great session I have ever experienced with the trainer Elhamy. Thank you very much sir🙏
Response from the owner:Hi Saranya! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Elhamy as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you at our Oakville first aid training facility soon for your next course. Stay safe!
KASHISH KASH
The way of teaching of Elhamy and engaging each and everyone to keep everyone active throughout the whole session was amazing.
Response from the owner:Hey Kashish! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent training course with us. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you at our Oakville first aid training facility soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Alexander Jaramillo
Elhamy was a great instructor, was able to teach the class effectively and made it easy to learn. I have done many cpr trainings and this was by far the best one. I learned more and it helped me out!
Response from the owner:Alexander, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable CPR course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety course at our Oakville CPR training facility! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
Harman Gill
Had an amazing experience with elhami
Response from the owner:Hi Harman! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety course with us at our Oakville CPR training facility! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

What Courses can
be Recertified?

We offer Recertification courses for many different training levels including CPR/AED Level C, Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, First Responder and Emergency Medical Responder.

If you would like to recertify any other certificates (CPR/AED Level A or Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, for example), then you may need to register for a full training course. Some courses are not available for Recertification depending on the province.

  • CPR/AED Level A: No Recertification course is available for CPR/AED Level A. You must complete the full training.
  • CPR/AED Level C: Recertification is available for CPR/AED Level C and can be recertified multiple times in a row.
  • Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C: Recertification is only available to our Alberta residents and can be recertified multiple times in a row. Ontario does not allow Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification.
  • Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C: Recertification is available for Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C. In Alberta, the course may be recertified multiple times in a row, but in Ontario, you must alternate between a full course and a Recertification course.
  • First Responder: Recertification is available for First Responder and can be recertified multiple times in a row.
  • Emergency Medical Responder: Recertification is available for Emergency Medical Responder and can be recertified multiple times in a row.

If your current First Aid and CPR/AED certificate from the Canadian Red Cross is about to expire, then you should enroll in a WSIB approved or OHS-approved Recertification course. With recertification training, students will primarily focus on practicing hands-on skills such as CPR, bandaging and more.

Refresh your memory by practicing the skills you were once taught and learn new life-saving techniques from a certified Canadian Red Cross instructor! Recertification training will occur over a shorter duration of time compared to the full training course you originally completed.

Our First Aid & CPR Training Facilities in Canada

Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics provides WSIB-approved and OHS-approved First Aid, CPR, EMR, Youth training courses and more in over 23 locations in Canada! We pride ourselves on providing the best training experience possible, ensuring our students leave their course feeling confident in their life-saving skills.